Akos Peterbencze
@akospeterbencze.bsky.social
Freelance Grinder. RT🍅 Approved Film & TV critic. Words: @SlashFilm @Looper | @PasteMagazine | @DenofGeek | @Medium | @ThatShelf | SUBSTACK: http://thescreen.substack.com
Until waiting for Part 2 of Stranger Things’ Season 5, here’s something to see from the show’s creators.
“Fusing the shadows, rattles, and patches of light with an ominous suspense is what accelerates this forgotten genre exercise beyond similar titles."
“Fusing the shadows, rattles, and patches of light with an ominous suspense is what accelerates this forgotten genre exercise beyond similar titles."
Stranger Things Fans Need To Watch An Underrated 2015 Thriller From The Show's Creators - Looper
Before they shot to fame with "Stranger Things," Matt and Ross Duffer co-wrote and directed a 2015 psychological thriller film.
www.looper.com
December 6, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Until waiting for Part 2 of Stranger Things’ Season 5, here’s something to see from the show’s creators.
“Fusing the shadows, rattles, and patches of light with an ominous suspense is what accelerates this forgotten genre exercise beyond similar titles."
“Fusing the shadows, rattles, and patches of light with an ominous suspense is what accelerates this forgotten genre exercise beyond similar titles."
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For my Horror Aughts column, I revisited Mark Pellington’s "The Mothman Prophecies" from 2002, which made me recall some sweet memories alongside my initial fascination and love for horror and the paranormal.
Horror Aughts #9: ‘The Mothman Prophecies’ and The Frisson of the Paranormal
The disquieting yet riveting thrill of believing in supernatural entities
thescreen.substack.com
November 14, 2025 at 4:03 PM
For my Horror Aughts column, I revisited Mark Pellington’s "The Mothman Prophecies" from 2002, which made me recall some sweet memories alongside my initial fascination and love for horror and the paranormal.
For my Horror Aughts column, I revisited Mark Pellington’s "The Mothman Prophecies" from 2002, which made me recall some sweet memories alongside my initial fascination and love for horror and the paranormal.
Horror Aughts #9: ‘The Mothman Prophecies’ and The Frisson of the Paranormal
The disquieting yet riveting thrill of believing in supernatural entities
thescreen.substack.com
November 14, 2025 at 4:03 PM
For my Horror Aughts column, I revisited Mark Pellington’s "The Mothman Prophecies" from 2002, which made me recall some sweet memories alongside my initial fascination and love for horror and the paranormal.
Wrote something while I eagerly and impatiently await the new season of Monster.
Half the World Might Lose Their S**t When ‘Monster: The Ed Gein Story’ Hits Netflix
Controversy and outrage are practically a guarantee with this season
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September 28, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Wrote something while I eagerly and impatiently await the new season of Monster.
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For /Film, I wrote about CLARKSON'S FARM, my latest TV obsession on Amazon Prime. An endearing, hilarious, and unique little reality show about being a farmer (or rather, trying to be) in rural England — led by Top Gear's own Jeremy Clarkson.
Jeremy Clarkson's Charming And Hilarious Reality Show On Amazon Prime Deserves Your Attention - SlashFilm
Jeremy Clarkson, the host of Top Gear, has a very different reality show on Prime Video that's also worth your time and attention.
www.slashfilm.com
June 23, 2025 at 3:14 PM
For /Film, I wrote about CLARKSON'S FARM, my latest TV obsession on Amazon Prime. An endearing, hilarious, and unique little reality show about being a farmer (or rather, trying to be) in rural England — led by Top Gear's own Jeremy Clarkson.
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For Slashfilm, I wrote about Apple TV+’s new TV dramedy, #Stick, and how it channels one of the best golf movies, TIN CUP, made by the great Ron Shelton.
Apple TV+'s Wonderful New Sports Show Channels A Kevin Costner Classic - SlashFilm
The Owen Wilson-led Apple TV+ sports dramedy series Stick works for many of the same reasons that a certain cult classic Kevin Costner movie does.
www.slashfilm.com
June 20, 2025 at 12:29 PM
For Slashfilm, I wrote about Apple TV+’s new TV dramedy, #Stick, and how it channels one of the best golf movies, TIN CUP, made by the great Ron Shelton.
For /Film, I wrote about CLARKSON'S FARM, my latest TV obsession on Amazon Prime. An endearing, hilarious, and unique little reality show about being a farmer (or rather, trying to be) in rural England — led by Top Gear's own Jeremy Clarkson.
Jeremy Clarkson's Charming And Hilarious Reality Show On Amazon Prime Deserves Your Attention - SlashFilm
Jeremy Clarkson, the host of Top Gear, has a very different reality show on Prime Video that's also worth your time and attention.
www.slashfilm.com
June 23, 2025 at 3:14 PM
For /Film, I wrote about CLARKSON'S FARM, my latest TV obsession on Amazon Prime. An endearing, hilarious, and unique little reality show about being a farmer (or rather, trying to be) in rural England — led by Top Gear's own Jeremy Clarkson.
For Slashfilm, I wrote about Apple TV+’s new TV dramedy, #Stick, and how it channels one of the best golf movies, TIN CUP, made by the great Ron Shelton.
Apple TV+'s Wonderful New Sports Show Channels A Kevin Costner Classic - SlashFilm
The Owen Wilson-led Apple TV+ sports dramedy series Stick works for many of the same reasons that a certain cult classic Kevin Costner movie does.
www.slashfilm.com
June 20, 2025 at 12:29 PM
For Slashfilm, I wrote about Apple TV+’s new TV dramedy, #Stick, and how it channels one of the best golf movies, TIN CUP, made by the great Ron Shelton.
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I rewatched M:I Ghost Protocol over the weekend alongside Rogue Nation. These 2 are the peak of the franchise for me: high-octane, stupendous, ridiculously entertaining action spectacles of the highest order. And soon, I'll get to write about one of them for @slashfilm.bsky.social. Yay!
May 12, 2025 at 4:53 PM
I rewatched M:I Ghost Protocol over the weekend alongside Rogue Nation. These 2 are the peak of the franchise for me: high-octane, stupendous, ridiculously entertaining action spectacles of the highest order. And soon, I'll get to write about one of them for @slashfilm.bsky.social. Yay!
I rewatched M:I Ghost Protocol over the weekend alongside Rogue Nation. These 2 are the peak of the franchise for me: high-octane, stupendous, ridiculously entertaining action spectacles of the highest order. And soon, I'll get to write about one of them for @slashfilm.bsky.social. Yay!
May 12, 2025 at 4:53 PM
I rewatched M:I Ghost Protocol over the weekend alongside Rogue Nation. These 2 are the peak of the franchise for me: high-octane, stupendous, ridiculously entertaining action spectacles of the highest order. And soon, I'll get to write about one of them for @slashfilm.bsky.social. Yay!
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I wrote about Jeffrey Reiner’s neo-noir, Lake George, and the unexpected and tragic bond between two strangers that it captures beautifully. Did not expect this to hit this hard. Whigham and Coon are perfect together.
Finding a Kindred Spirit in the Deep Depths of Despair
The poignant and fortuitous bond between strangers: ‘Lake George’
thescreen.substack.com
April 30, 2025 at 5:07 PM
I wrote about Jeffrey Reiner’s neo-noir, Lake George, and the unexpected and tragic bond between two strangers that it captures beautifully. Did not expect this to hit this hard. Whigham and Coon are perfect together.
I wrote about Jeffrey Reiner’s neo-noir, Lake George, and the unexpected and tragic bond between two strangers that it captures beautifully. Did not expect this to hit this hard. Whigham and Coon are perfect together.
Finding a Kindred Spirit in the Deep Depths of Despair
The poignant and fortuitous bond between strangers: ‘Lake George’
thescreen.substack.com
April 30, 2025 at 5:07 PM
I wrote about Jeffrey Reiner’s neo-noir, Lake George, and the unexpected and tragic bond between two strangers that it captures beautifully. Did not expect this to hit this hard. Whigham and Coon are perfect together.
Reposted by Akos Peterbencze
Better late than never (or at least that's the defense I'm going with), I finally bring my Bird Horror series to a close with Tilman Singer's bonkers, if flawed, creature feature Cuckoo.
The Exquisite Eeriness of Bird Horrors Part III: 'Cuckoo' (2024)
Bringing my series to a close with Tilman Singer’s deliciously deranged horror mystery that caws its way inside your head
thescreen.substack.com
April 23, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Better late than never (or at least that's the defense I'm going with), I finally bring my Bird Horror series to a close with Tilman Singer's bonkers, if flawed, creature feature Cuckoo.
Better late than never (or at least that's the defense I'm going with), I finally bring my Bird Horror series to a close with Tilman Singer's bonkers, if flawed, creature feature Cuckoo.
The Exquisite Eeriness of Bird Horrors Part III: 'Cuckoo' (2024)
Bringing my series to a close with Tilman Singer’s deliciously deranged horror mystery that caws its way inside your head
thescreen.substack.com
April 23, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Better late than never (or at least that's the defense I'm going with), I finally bring my Bird Horror series to a close with Tilman Singer's bonkers, if flawed, creature feature Cuckoo.
Reposted by Akos Peterbencze
Jon Hamm redefines the wealthy asshole stereotype by going broke. Doozy and delightful, 'Your Friends and Neighbors' is cheeky comfort TV — which also made me reflect on where we stand on eat-the-rich movies and shows.
Has the Time Come to Stop ‘Eating the Rich’?
Apple TV’s new cheeky comfort show, ‘Your Friends and Neighbors,’ offers a self-reflective and delightful alternative
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April 11, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Jon Hamm redefines the wealthy asshole stereotype by going broke. Doozy and delightful, 'Your Friends and Neighbors' is cheeky comfort TV — which also made me reflect on where we stand on eat-the-rich movies and shows.
Jon Hamm redefines the wealthy asshole stereotype by going broke. Doozy and delightful, 'Your Friends and Neighbors' is cheeky comfort TV — which also made me reflect on where we stand on eat-the-rich movies and shows.
Has the Time Come to Stop ‘Eating the Rich’?
Apple TV’s new cheeky comfort show, ‘Your Friends and Neighbors,’ offers a self-reflective and delightful alternative
thescreen.substack.com
April 11, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Jon Hamm redefines the wealthy asshole stereotype by going broke. Doozy and delightful, 'Your Friends and Neighbors' is cheeky comfort TV — which also made me reflect on where we stand on eat-the-rich movies and shows.
BLACK MIRROR is back again, and Season 7 is surprisingly good, even if the series is not as unpredictable and innovative as it used to be. My review:
Black Mirror Season 7 Review: Heartfelt Drama That Misses The Show's Sci-Fi Edge - Looper
As "Black Mirror" enters its seventh season and veers further from its initial concept, it has us asking: is this format worth sustaining?
www.looper.com
April 10, 2025 at 9:59 AM
BLACK MIRROR is back again, and Season 7 is surprisingly good, even if the series is not as unpredictable and innovative as it used to be. My review:
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Forgot to share my latest Horror Aughts entry: Hostel is still inelegant, schlocky, and full-on, but it’s also a relentless B-movie hitting your nerves with a blood-soaked meat pounder.
Horror Aughts #8: 'Hostel' and The Chainsaw Politics of Comeuppance
In 2006, Eli Roth served up toxic masculinity and then gouged its eye out
thescreen.substack.com
April 8, 2025 at 9:53 AM
Forgot to share my latest Horror Aughts entry: Hostel is still inelegant, schlocky, and full-on, but it’s also a relentless B-movie hitting your nerves with a blood-soaked meat pounder.
Forgot to share my latest Horror Aughts entry: Hostel is still inelegant, schlocky, and full-on, but it’s also a relentless B-movie hitting your nerves with a blood-soaked meat pounder.
Horror Aughts #8: 'Hostel' and The Chainsaw Politics of Comeuppance
In 2006, Eli Roth served up toxic masculinity and then gouged its eye out
thescreen.substack.com
April 8, 2025 at 9:53 AM
Forgot to share my latest Horror Aughts entry: Hostel is still inelegant, schlocky, and full-on, but it’s also a relentless B-movie hitting your nerves with a blood-soaked meat pounder.
Last night, I had the chance to rewatch the Irish remake of the War of the Buttons, a forgotten gem that greatly contributed to my childhood back in the 90s. It’s still a mischievous, funny, and subtly moving little film that evokes the beauty of what it meant to be a kid in a simpler time.
March 30, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Last night, I had the chance to rewatch the Irish remake of the War of the Buttons, a forgotten gem that greatly contributed to my childhood back in the 90s. It’s still a mischievous, funny, and subtly moving little film that evokes the beauty of what it meant to be a kid in a simpler time.
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"Illnesses — uncomfortable, debilitating, terminal, or otherwise — are similar in many ways, but the torment they put us through is never identical."
I wrote about Netflix's sensational miniseries 'Apple Cider Vinegar'.
I wrote about Netflix's sensational miniseries 'Apple Cider Vinegar'.
How We Made Brands Out of Cancer and Mental Illness
Disease Debauchery: 'Apple Cider Vinegar'
thescreen.substack.com
March 27, 2025 at 3:13 PM
"Illnesses — uncomfortable, debilitating, terminal, or otherwise — are similar in many ways, but the torment they put us through is never identical."
I wrote about Netflix's sensational miniseries 'Apple Cider Vinegar'.
I wrote about Netflix's sensational miniseries 'Apple Cider Vinegar'.
Unforgiven still hits hard.
March 28, 2025 at 12:48 PM
Unforgiven still hits hard.
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Severance heads, gather! I need your help — let’s talk this season 2 finale out.
Open Discussion: ‘Severance’ Season 2 Finale
Questions, theories, suspicions — gimme it!
thescreen.substack.com
March 21, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Severance heads, gather! I need your help — let’s talk this season 2 finale out.
"Illnesses — uncomfortable, debilitating, terminal, or otherwise — are similar in many ways, but the torment they put us through is never identical."
I wrote about Netflix's sensational miniseries 'Apple Cider Vinegar'.
I wrote about Netflix's sensational miniseries 'Apple Cider Vinegar'.
How We Made Brands Out of Cancer and Mental Illness
Disease Debauchery: 'Apple Cider Vinegar'
thescreen.substack.com
March 27, 2025 at 3:13 PM
"Illnesses — uncomfortable, debilitating, terminal, or otherwise — are similar in many ways, but the torment they put us through is never identical."
I wrote about Netflix's sensational miniseries 'Apple Cider Vinegar'.
I wrote about Netflix's sensational miniseries 'Apple Cider Vinegar'.
Severance heads, gather! I need your help — let’s talk this season 2 finale out.
Open Discussion: ‘Severance’ Season 2 Finale
Questions, theories, suspicions — gimme it!
thescreen.substack.com
March 21, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Severance heads, gather! I need your help — let’s talk this season 2 finale out.